2009 Alfa Romeo Mito 1.6L Diesel · WN09 SVT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 84,696 miles passed, it flagged multiple advisories regarding tyre condition and brake disc surfaces. The record shows a period of instability in late 2024 where the car failed two consecutive tests due to structural corrosion in the rear springs and lighting issues, suggesting that components are only being addressed once they reached the point of legal failure. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 84,696 miles is significantly low, averaging under 5,000 miles per year. However, the data shows a lack of usage between November 2023 and November 2024, where the vehicle covered only 932 miles in a full year. This low-use pattern often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluids, which is consistent with the perishing and cracking of the nearside front tyre noted in the 2025 inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension, as the November 2024 failure for corroded coil springs indicates a potential vulnerability for rust issues on this chassis. The recurring pitting and scoring on the front brake discs noted in late 2025 suggest the car may have sat stationary for long periods or is driven infrequently, causing surface oxidation. Furthermore, the uneven wear patterns on the front tyres mentioned in both 2024 and 2025 point to an alignment issue that requires professional adjustment to prevent premature tyre replacement.